Compatibilization Of High Density Polyethylene and Poly (Ethylene Terephthalate) (HDPE/PET) Immiscible Thermoplastic Polymer Blends for Enhancing Their Rheological, Mechanical, Morphological Properties and Sustainable Development of Thermoplastic Blend Materials.
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2023-06-26
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UNIVERSITE DE 20AOUT 1955 SKIKDA
Abstract
The compatibilization of polymer blends, such as high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and
polyethylene terephthalate (PET), is a process that aims to improve the compatibility and the
properties of the blend. HDPE/PET exhibit poor miscibility due to differences in their
chemical structure and polarity. This leads to phase separation and weak interfacial
interactions between the polymers, resulting in reduced mechanical, thermal, and other
properties of the blend. Compatibilization methods such as Physical and chemical
compatibilization are employed to overcome these challenges and enhance the performance of
polymer blends. Physical compatibilization involves incorporating a compatibilizing agent
into the blend, which can effectively improve the interfacial adhesion and promote molecularlevel
mixing between the polymers.